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The Midlife Ripening Podcast

Dr. Brooke Hofsess
Midlife
Creativity
Good Woman Myth
Midlife Transition
Personal Growth
Self-Care
Companionship
Anxiety
Second Bite
Reflection
Self-Discovery
Midlife Women
Relaxed Women
Balance
Personal Development
Women's Empowerment
Self-Acceptance
Coaching
Desire
Self-Worth

Conversations on becoming radically yourself in your second bite of life. Real talk on creativity, rest, play, rooted confidence, and everyday audacity for midlife women.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes14Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

Retreat details: Join Brooke in Tuscany this October for six days of dolce far niente.

What if the most radical thing you could do for your growth right now… is nothing? 

In this deeply personal episode, Brooke invites you to slow down long enough ... more

In this bonus episode, I’m sharing a live workshop replay where we name—and begin to gently unhook from—the Good Woman Myth. That inherited script that urges us to work before we rest, care for everyone else before we care for ourselves, and prove ou... more

In this intimate round-table conversation, two original members of Second Bite — Ann and Tara — join me to reflect on a year of soulful transformation. 

Together we trace the subtle shifts, the unexpected courage, the creative renewal, and the deep ... more

Unhooking from the Good Woman Myth

Stop censoring — and finally say and be what you want.

RSVP for the free workshop here.

In this intimate episode, Brooke invites you to name the invisible guardrails that shape women’s lives in midlife — the inter... more

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Lianne Raymond
A mentor and coach interested in women's growth and potential
Episode: Initiated by Life: A Conversation with Lianne Raymond on Midlife, Mentoring, and the Maturation of Women
Joanna Lindenbaum
Long-standing mentor and guide in the coaching industry
Episode: From Proving to Inhabiting All of Who You Are: A conversation with Joanna Lindenbaum on True Self-Acceptance.

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Brooke Hofsess
Host of The Midlife Ripening Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Supportive, loving, and real

    Brooke’s energy and wisdom is so beautiful. This is a space for honest reflection and small bites of support that make a big difference. I’m grateful to have this podcast as a consistent reminder to come back to myself in the midst of the demands of life.

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    Laura B., LBCC
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate candid conversations and practical tools for authenticity and rest.
The host's warmth and real talk make complex topics feel achievable.
Supportive and insightful notes on midlife growth and self-discovery.
Sponsorships feel aligned with women-focused personal development and empowerment.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Mid-life Betrayal List
Q: Where have you betrayed yourself in the name of being good, competent, or needed?
Listeners are encouraged to notice their own self-betrayal without needing to fix or forgive it, as this awareness is a crucial step toward change.
Bonus episode! 3 Soulful Steps to Go from Overdoing to a Life That Breathes
Q: Is any of this recognizable?
Participants shared feelings of owning their truths and finding strength amidst uncertainties and major life changes, including divorce.

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The show centers on midlife women reclaiming identity, creativity, rest, and everyday courage as they navigate a second, more authentic chapter of life. Episodes blend personal storytelling with practical tools—like journaling prompts, framework exercises, and community programs—to help listeners unhook from societal expectations and embrace self-discovery, empowerment, and joyful living. Notable throughlines include breaking free from “Good Woman” scripts, nurturing companionship, and cultivating a slower, more intentional approach to life. The format often features candid conversations, coaching-style guidance, and calls to action (workshops, programs, and retreats) that invite participation and community.

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